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Health Encyclopedia: Striae
Striae atrophica; Stretch marks; Striae distensae
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There is no specific care for stretch marks. Advertised creams and salves to prevent stretch marks during pregnancy are of little value. However, the marks often will disappear after the cause of the skin stretching is gone. Avoiding rapid
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Make Peace With Your Breast Size
...breast. It just seems that way from what's on display on TV and in the movies. "The truth is that stretch marks, inverted nipples, and unevenly sized breasts are normal. What you see on TV and in... Read more »Striae
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